Olivier Leflaive Enseigneres Puligny-Montrachet 2019

Olivier Leflaive Enseignères 2019 Puligny-Montrachet

Producer: Olivier Leflaive
Appellation: Puligny-Montrachet, Burgundy, France
Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window: 2022–2032
Aging Potential: 10+ years

Olivier Leflaive’s Enseignères 2019 Puligny-Montrachet is a superb representation of the esteemed lieu-dit Les Enseignères, nestled just below the Grand Cru vineyards of Puligny-Montrachet. This Chardonnay is sourced from vines that benefit from the region’s mineral-rich limestone soils, delivering a wine of incredible purity, elegance, and complexity.

Tasting Notes:

The Enseignères 2019 offers an enticing bouquet of ripe citrus fruits, white flowers, and notes of peach and pear, seamlessly integrated with hints of crushed stones and toasted hazelnuts. On the palate, the wine is vibrant yet beautifully layered, with flavors of lemon curd, green apple, and subtle almond cream. The wine's elegant oak influence provides a refined, rounded texture without overpowering its mineral-driven backbone.

Finish: Long and persistent, with a refreshing acidity and lingering salinity that speaks to the terroir of Puligny-Montrachet.

Producer Details:

Olivier Leflaive is one of Burgundy's most respected producers, known for its meticulous approach to winemaking and commitment to expressing the character of each vineyard. With generations of winemaking heritage, the Leflaive family has built a reputation for producing wines that balance tradition and innovation. The Enseignères vineyard, in particular, holds a revered position just steps away from Puligny-Montrachet's Grand Crus, making it one of the most prized lieux-dits in the region.

Wine Details:

• Vinification: The wine is fermented in oak barrels (20% new oak) to enhance texture and complexity while preserving the natural freshness of the Chardonnay grape.
• Aging: 12 months in oak, followed by 5 months in stainless steel to retain its bright character.
• Alcohol Content: 13.5% ABV

Drinking Window:

While this wine is approachable now, with its expressive fruit and balanced acidity, it will continue to evolve beautifully over the next decade. Optimal drinking begins in 2022, with peak maturity around 2025-2029, and it has the potential to age gracefully until 2032 and beyond.

Food Pairing Suggestions: Pair this exquisite Puligny-Montrachet with dishes that highlight its minerality and depth. Ideal with lobster, scallops, roasted chicken, or creamy cheeses like Brie or Comté.

Elevate your wine collection with this exceptional Chardonnay from Olivier Leflaive—a Puligny-Montrachet that embodies the finesse and precision of Burgundy’s finest vineyards.